Maftoul
Middle Eastern

Maftoul

A comforting bowl of hand-rolled couscous, warmly spiced with cinnamon and turmeric, served with tender chicken and chickpeas.

Hard3 hours

Where it comes from

Maftoul is a Palestinian staple with roots in the farming communities of the West Bank, showcasing the influence of North African couscous traditions.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

Proteins

Vegetables

Grains & Staples

Dairy & Fats

How it's made

  1. 1

    Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent.

  2. 2

    Add chicken pieces, seasoning with cinnamon, allspice, and turmeric.

  3. 3

    Pour in water to create broth and simmer with chickpeas.

  4. 4

    Steam maftoul over the simmering broth until fluffy and cooked.

  5. 5

    Serve maftoul topped with the chicken and chickpeas.

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